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The Board of Directors of American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.82 per common share, payable on February 10, 2026, to shareholders of record on January 2, 2026.

Cosan, a connected chronic care management company helping providers extend care beyond the clinic, today announced a $15 million strategic growth equity investment led by Ziegler Link-age Funds and The Specialty Alliance, the nation’s leading physician-led Healthcare Partnership Organization and a long-standing Cosan partner.

Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. (NYSE: HLX) (“Helix” or the “Company”) today announced that Owen Kratz, President and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and member of the Helix Board of Directors (the “Board”), has informed the Board of his intention to retire.

INVNT, the innovation-led global brand storytelling agency, announced the appointment of James Nicholas Kinney as its first Global Chief AI Officer, a role designed to bring new AI-powered solutions directly to clients while expanding the agency’s AI ecosystem and strengthening its data, insights, and tooling infrastructure.

International Battery Metals Ltd. ("IBAT" or the "Company") (TSXV: IBAT) & (OTCQB: IBATF) today announced the results of voting at its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (“AGM”) held on December 17, 2025 at its corporate office in Plano, Texas.

Woodside CEO and Managing Director, Meg O’Neill, has advised the Board of her resignation and has accepted the role of Chief Executive Officer at bp p.l.c.

Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Allgas, a leading gas distribution network located in Queensland, Australia, from the APA Group (ASX: APA), Marubeni Corporation, and other shareholders.

TCW Strategic Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: TSI) today announced a quarterly distribution of $0.13 per share payable to shareholders of record on December 31, 2025, with the payable date of January 9, 2026. The distribution represents a regular quarterly distribution of $0.065 and an additional special year-end distribution of $0.065 from net investment income.

Riverview Landscapes (“Riverview”) today announced that it has acquired the landscaping and snow management business of Irrigation and Landscape Management, Inc. (“ILM”), a well-established landscaping and irrigation provider based in Parsippany, New Jersey and Riverview’s 19th acquisition since 2022.

Afya Limited (Nasdaq: AFYA; B3: A2FY34) (“Afya” or the “Company”), the leading medical education group and medical practice solutions provider in Brazil, announced today that Mrs. Maria Tereza Azevedo notified the Company of her intent to resign as a member of the Board of Directors of the Company, effective as of December 31, 2025. Afya thanks Maria Tereza for her dedication and meaningful contributions to the Board and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.

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Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc. (NYSE: GPMT) (“GPMT,” “Granite Point” or the “Company”) today announced that the Company’s Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock for the fourth quarter of 2025. This dividend is payable on January 15, 2026, to holders of record of common stock at the close of business on December 30, 2025.

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Semrush (NYSE: SEMR), the leading online visibility management SaaS platform, today announces the launch of its official app in ChatGPT. This integration enables marketers, SEO teams, and marketing analysts using Semrush to access live Semrush data and intelligence directly within ChatGPT, streamlining daily tasks without requiring users to switch between applications.

On December 16, 2025, the Board of Directors of United Security Bancshares (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UBFO), the parent company of United Security Bank (the “Bank”), declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.12 per share on the Company’s common stock. The dividend is payable on January 13, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 26, 2025.

Aptar Group, Inc. (NYSE: ATR), a global leader in drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies, today announced that its Bidose (BDS) Liquid Nasal Spray System is the mechanism for delivering the newly approved CARDAMYST™ (etripamil) Nasal Spray. CARDAMYST received approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the conversion of acute symptomatic episodes of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) to sinus rhythm in adults. The novel treatment was developed by Milestone® Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: MIST), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative cardiovascular medicines. This marks Aptar’s first combination of dual Bidose delivery systems housed in a consumer-friendly protective two-pack container.

Granite Real Estate Investment Trust (“Granite”) (TSX: GRT.UN / NYSE: GRP.U) announced today that its board of trustees has declared a distribution of CDN $0.2958 per unit for the month of December 2025. The distribution will be paid by Granite on January 15, 2026 to unitholders of record at the close of trading on December 31, 2025.

DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH) is teaming up with OpenAI to bring grocery shopping options directly into ChatGPT. The new DoorDash app in ChatGPT enables customers to turn recipes into grocery orders delivered from local stores in as little as an hour.* This partnership is a major first step toward meeting customers where they look for inspiration and bringing them the DoorDash experience they already know and love.

Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, and PitchBook, a Morningstar company and a leading private capital market intelligence provider, today announced the launch of new apps in ChatGPT by OpenAI. These MCP app integrations allow entitled or licensed Morningstar and PitchBook users—investors, advisors, and financial professionals—to access Morningstar and PitchBook data, research, and ratings via natural language prompts directly within apps available on the popular AI platform.

Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) today announced a number of leadership appointments, effective January 1, 2026. Clive Bellows, president of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Guy Gibson, global head of institutional banking & markets, have been appointed co-presidents of Asset Servicing, succeeding Teresa Parker, who will retire after more than 40 years of exemplary service with Northern Trust.

Union Pacific Railroad recently announced plans to develop the Mainline Texas Industrial Park, a master-planned, 2,000-acre industrial development just outside Houston.

The Advanced Imaging Society (AIS), in partnership with Lorna Luft —actress, producer and daughter of Judy Garland—today announced that director Jon M. Chu will receive the inaugural Judy Garland Award at the 2026 Lumiere Awards. This newly-established honor celebrates individuals whose artistry, imagination, and cultural influence embody the highest ideals in entertainment.

Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE) (the “Company” or “Celanese”), a global chemical and specialty materials company, today announced the completion of recent transactions to extend its debt maturity profile.

Corporación América Airports S.A. (NYSE: CAAP), (“CAAP” or the “Company”), one of the leading private airport operators in the world, reported today an 8.5% year-on-year (YoY) increase in passenger traffic in November 2025.

Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced that Eduardo C. Alfonso, MD, and Steven H. Collis have been appointed to its board of directors. The appointments are effective Jan. 1, 2026, and following changes announced in August 2025 the board will be comprised of 10 directors.

Sweetgreen, Inc. (NYSE: SG), the mission-driven restaurant brand connecting more people to real food, today announced that, effective on January 1, 2026, Nathaniel Ru will be retiring from his role as Chief Brand Officer. Ru spent 20 years building the company. Ru will continue to serve as a member of the Board of Directors.

CI&T (NYSE:CINT), a global partner in tech-integrated business solutions, and Ford, successfully completed the expansion of Wings, its parts and warehouse management platform, across South America in record time. By embedding artificial intelligence across every phase of the project, the companies reduced the delivery timeline by two months and significantly improved the precision of new feature development, ensuring the solution met the needs of the local market.

Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) executive management will host a webcast at noon ET on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, to discuss the company’s fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results, which will be released earlier that day.

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Starfighters Space, Inc. (“Starfighters” or “the Company”), the innovative aerospace company, owner and operator of the world's largest commercial supersonic aircraft fleet, out of NASA's Kennedy Space Center, today announced the completion of its Initial Public Offering (“IPO”), raising $40 million through the sale of 11,142,061 shares of common stock (the “Common Stock”) at a public offering price of $3.59 per share. This final closing resulted in the issuance of 6,145,364 shares of Common Stock ($22.1 million) as the Company had sold 4,996,697 shares of Common Stock ($17.9 million) from September 6, 2024, the commencement of the Regulation A Tier 2 offering, to July 16, 2025.

Sylvamo (NYSE: SLVM), the world’s paper company, is announcing its board of directors appointed John Sims to join the board, effective Jan. 1, 2026. In April, the board appointed Sims to become Sylvamo’s new chief executive officer and president, also effective Jan. 1, 2026.

Neogen® Corporation (NASDAQ: NEOG) announced today that the Company will participate in two upcoming investor conferences.

MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: MKTX), the operator of a leading electronic trading platform for fixed-income securities, today announced it has surpassed $1 trillion in traded volume this year in Emerging Markets (EM) debt.1, 2

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (NYSE: JEF) today announced it will release its fourth-quarter and annual 2025 financial results on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 after market close.

Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) [NYSE:BEN] announced a quarterly cash dividend in the amount of $0.33 per share payable on January 9, 2026 to stockholders of record holding shares of common stock at the close of business on December 30, 2025. The quarterly dividend of $0.33 per share represents a 3.1% increase over the dividends paid for the prior quarter and the same quarter last year. The Company has raised its dividend every year since 1981.

The global law firm Jones Day has announced that the following 33 lawyers listed below will be admitted to the Firm’s partnership effective January 1, 2026.

Vecima Networks Inc. (“Vecima” or the “Corporation”) (TSX: VCM) today announces the voting results of Vecima’s Annual General Meeting of shareholders, which was held virtually on December 16, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Victoria time, (the “AGM”). Vecima’s shareholders approved all resolutions put forward at the AGM.

Worthington Steel, Inc. (NYSE: WS), a market-leading, value-added metals processing company, today reported financial results for the fiscal 2026 second quarter ended November 30, 2025.

IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the world’s leading quantum company, today announced an expanded agreement with QuantumBasel, the quantum initiative of uptownBasel, Switzerland’s innovation campus. The extended contract grants QuantumBasel ownership of its existing IonQ Forte Enterprise system and secures ownership of a next-generation Tempo system.

Tigo Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: TYGO) ("Tigo"), a leading provider of intelligent solar and energy software solutions, today announced that it has repaid in full all outstanding principal and accrued interest under its 5.0% Convertible Promissory Note in the aggregate principal amount of $50.0 million (the “Convertible Promissory Note”) issued to L1 Energy Capital Management S.a.r.l. (L1 Energy). Tigo used cash on its balance sheet to repay that Convertible Promissory Note and has no outstanding debt maturities following such repayment.

The Hartford’s Board of Directors today declared a dividend of $375 on each of the Series G preferred stock (equivalent to $0.375 per depository share) payable on Feb. 17, 2026, to Series G preferred stock shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 2, 2026.

Quantum Corporation (Nasdaq: QMCO) (Quantum or the Company), today announced that all matters brought before the Company’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on December 16, 2025 were approved, including the proposal to issue senior secured convertible notes (Convertible Notes) to Dialectic Technology SPV LLC (Dialectic) in a dollar-for-dollar exchange for approximately $55 million of term debt held by Dialectic. As a result, following such exchange, Dialectic will be entitled to acquire shares of Quantum’s common stock upon the conversion of such Convertible Notes.

Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced its support for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) National Strategy, as well as its intent to immediately engage on key recommendations. The Strategy provides a clear policy roadmap for AAM deployment and integration across workforce, infrastructure, safety and data sharing.

Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) announced today that Maria Demaree has been elected to its board of directors, effective December 17, 2025.

EquityProtect, a leading innovator in real estate fraud prevention and data security, has partnered with the Recorder’s Office in El Dorado County, California, to help safeguard residents against the growing threat of deed and title fraud.

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Tricrest Management LLC (“Tricrest”), formerly known as Cresta Investment Group, today announced the closing of its second energy fund (“Fund II”), exceeding its target and bringing the firm’s total capital commitments to more than $440 million. Fund II represents Tricrest’s third investment vehicle and will focus on direct upstream investments across the continental United States.

As previously announced, Forestar Group Inc. (NYSE: FOR) will release financial results for its first quarter ended December 31, 2025 on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 before the market opens. The Company will host a conference call that morning at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). The dial-in number is 888-506-0062. When calling, please reference access code 401294. Participants are encouraged to call in five minutes before the call begins (10:55 a.m. ET). The call will also be webcast from the Company’s website at investor.forestar.com.

T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) looks forward to discussing fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial and operational results on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. The updated reporting date allows for an expanded and live format meeting with analysts and investors in New York City where Srini Gopalan, president & chief executive officer of T-Mobile US, Inc., and members of the T-Mobile leadership team will not only discuss fourth quarter and full year 2025 results but also provide an update to financial targets for 2026 and 2027.

ISN, the global leader in contractor and supplier information management services, celebrates 15 years of partnership with Viva Energy Australia (Viva Energy), a leading downstream energy company. In 2010, ISN began its relationship with Shell Australia, now Viva Energy. Ever since, the business has leveraged ISNetworld tools and services to enhance internal safety, procurement, and risk management, reinforcing its commitment to workplace safety.

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Suzano, the world’s largest pulp producer, has commenced operations this week at its new fluff pulp production line located in its Limeira unit in Brazil’s São Paulo state. This R$490 million investment increases Suzano’s total fluff pulp production capacity by more than 400%, from 100,000 to 440,000 tonnes per year.

Fifth Third (NASDAQ: FITB) celebrated small businesses across its 12-state footprint this holiday season through its third annual ‘Swap, Snap, Share’ campaign. Fifth Third employees surprised workers at their favorite small businesses with more than 1,600 tips (and counting) of $53 each, and 11 of the small businesses received $5,300 grants to help them grow.

SES S.A. (“SES” or the “Company”), a leading space solutions company, acknowledges the credit rating action announced by Moody’s Investor Service today, which follows the release of SES’ Q3 2025 results and Intelsat integration update.

Wisk Aero, an autonomous aviation company, today strongly endorsed the publication of The Advanced Air Mobility National Strategy: A Bold Policy Vision for 2026–2036, led by the Department of Transportation (DOT). The Strategy, announced by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today in Washington, D.C., alongside Wisk’s Certification and Policy team, provides the national framework needed to accelerate the safe, efficient, and equitable integration of autonomous and piloted AAM into the National Airspace System (NAS).

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The Board of Directors of Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) today declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock of 57 cents per share. The dividends are payable January 20, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 29, 2025.

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Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV), a global leader in payments and financial technology, has completed its acquisition of StoneCastle Cash Management, expanding its ability to deliver innovative insured deposit funding solutions. By integrating StoneCastle’s institutional deposit network with the Fiserv ecosystem, including core account processing, digital banking, and payments platforms, Fiserv is creating a differentiated offering that helps financial institutions optimize liquidity and strengthen balance sheets and merchants expand their investment alternatives.

Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) today announced it has partnered with cities across the U.S. to submit multiple applications to launch initial air taxi operations under the White House’s eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP).

Cirrus today delivered its 11,000th SR Series aircraft, a testament to the company’s innovation, safety, quality and service. The latest model, SR Series G7+, features Safe Return™ Emergency Autoland, the world’s first FAA-certified autonomous emergency landing system in a single-engine piston. The SR Series product line (SR20, SR22 and SR22T) was first delivered in 1999 and has been the best-selling high-performance single-engine piston aircraft for over two decades. The SR Series captivates experienced pilots, student pilots and people new to aviation because the Cirrus design philosophy is centered around innovation, safety and approachability. From its award-winning safety features to its concierge aircraft ownership pathway, Cirrus is the Personal Aviation™ aircraft manufacturer of choice.

Tutor Perini Corporation (NYSE: TPC) (the “Company”), a leading civil, building and specialty construction company, announced today that its subsidiary, Rudolph and Sletten, has been awarded a contract valued at approximately $155 million for construction of the new Diego Rivera Performing Arts Center on the campus of City College of San Francisco.

Cross Ocean Partners (“Cross Ocean”), a global asset management platform focused on special situations, credit and hard asset investments, and Lincoln Property Company (“Lincoln”), a global, full-service real estate firm, today announced the acquisition of a trophy office campus in Needham, Massachusetts for $132 million.

Boyar Research today reported that its 2025 Forgotten Forty delivered a 12.68% return, outperforming major value-oriented U.S. equity benchmarks.

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Comcast Corporation will host a conference call with the financial community to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). Comcast will issue a press release reporting its results earlier that morning.

The Social Media Victims Law Center, a legal advocacy organization supporting families harmed by predatory tech, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Inc. and Instagram over the sextortion-related suicides of 16‑year‑old M.D. from Dunblane, Scotland, and 13‑year‑old L.M. from Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, who died two days after opening his Instagram account.

AM Best has removed from under review with developing implications and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of Independence American Insurance Company (IAIC) (Wilmington, DE). The outlooks assigned to these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.

As families gear up for the biggest cooking season of the year, Florida Orange Juice is stepping into the spotlight as the secret ingredient and unexpected holiday hero — bringing brightness, depth and mouth-watering flavor to festive meals on tables across the country. From marinades and glazes that enhance the main course to desserts and mocktails or cocktails, Florida Orange Juice is the splash that elevates holiday classics and inspires fresh traditions in the kitchen.

Picsart, the world’s leading digital creation platform with over two billion downloads and more than 100 million monthly active users, is partnering with Zazzle, the global leader in customized products and designs, to deliver an end-to-end printing solution for Picsart users. The new “vibe-design-to-print” integration works seamlessly with Picsart’s recently expanded suite of AI products, including AI Assistant and Flows, enabling creators to ideate, iterate, design, and bring their work to life as physical art and products.

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of Bahamas First General Insurance Company Limited (BFG) (Nassau, Bahamas) and Cayman First Insurance Company Limited (CFI) (Cayman Islands), the property/casualty (P/C) operating subsidiaries of Bahamas First Holdings Limited (Nassau, Bahamas) (BFH). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. These companies are collectively referred to as BFH.

Today, BETA Technologies (NYSE: BETA) joined U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy as the Administration unveiled a new strategy to accelerate the rollout of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) across America. The Advanced Air Mobility National Strategy: A Bold Policy Vision for 2026–2036 signals a clear and coordinated commitment to accelerate the development and deployment of BETA’s AAM aircraft and systems.

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MTF Biologics, a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by honoring donated gifts and advancing the science of tissue transplantation, today announced that two of its aseptically processed allografts without terminal irradiation, AmnioBand® Membrane, an allograft placental matrix, and AlloPatch® Pliable an allograft dermal matrix, will remain among the 18 tissues covered under the newly updated Medicare Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) for skin substitute grafts/cellular and tissue-based products for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and venous leg ulcers (VLUs). Coverage is effective January 1, 2026.